Free Summer Activities in Rock Springs

Fun for Free

This summer, take advantage of all the seasonal free things to do. Enjoy all that Rock Springs has to offer on a budget anyone can afford.

Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway & Bus Tour

After exploring the city of Rock Springs, make sure to take a breathtaking drive on the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway and see colorful landscapes, a variety of wildlife and more. View or download a map of the Flaming Gorge Scenic Byway. Or reserve your spot on a Flaming Gorge Bus Tour and leave the planning to us. Discover Flaming Gorge Country on an all-inclusive motorcoach tour that stops at key points along the Scenic Byway. The tour includes a local guide and lunch.

Farmers Market

Looking for fresh bread, homemade items, and much more from vendors from right here in Rock Springs and beyond? Stop by one of our farmers market in Downtown Rock Springs. The Main Street Market takes place every Thursday from 4 – 7 p.m. on Main Street. The family-friendly even will begin on July 7 and run through September 8, 2022. 

Cultural Opportunities

Experience the rich and diverse culture in Rock Springs by attending one of our free exhibits and/or events: 

Cultural OpportunityAddressDays / Hours
Rock Springs Historical Museum and Downtown Walking Tour201 B StreetMonday – Saturday: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Community Fine Art Center400 C StreetMonday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 12 – 5 p.m.
Art Underground GallerySouth Main StreetAlways Open
Rock Springs Library / White Mountain Library400 C Street/2935 Sweetwater DriveMonday – Thursday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 12 – 5 p.m.
Dinosaur Exhibit at WWCC2500 College DriveMonday – Thursday: 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m
Wiedner Wildlife Museum at WWCC2500 College DriveMonday, Wednesday: 10 a.m – 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 1 – 4 p.m.

Rock Springs Parks

During your stay in Rock Springs, don’t forget to pack some snacks and put some time on you calendar to stop and play one of the many parks in Rock Springs. Download our map to find all the local parks and municipal areas in Rock Springs. Open daily from 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

ParkAddressPark Amenities and Features
 Arthur Park 3522 College DriveDisc Golf, Playground, and Picnic Area
 Bitter Creek Park 850 W Center StreetOff-Leash Dog Park with a Pond & More      
 Blairtown Park    100 First Avenue WestWading Pool, Playground, and Cable Ride
Bunning Park  Evans StreetBand shell, Pavilion, and Playground
 Century West Park 1002 Evergreen WayWading Pool, Playground, and Picnic Area
 Foothill Wetland Area Foothill Blvd.On-Leash Dog Park with Walking Path
 Garnet Park 230 Garnet StreetSplash Pad, Playground, and Picnic Area 
 Rec Center Park 3900 Sweetwater Drive  Splash Pad and Picnic Area
 Springland Park 1035 Jackson Street 
 Washington Park 608 D Street Wading Pool and Picnic Area
 Wataha Complex North Rock Springs Fishing Pond, Picnic Area, Ball fields
WWCC Nature Trail 2500 College Drive  1 Mile Maintained Path

Sweetwater County Parks

Still looking for more parks to get active? Check out these additional Sweetwater County Parks. Open daily from dawn to dusk.

ParkAddressPark Amenities and Features
Aero-Models Park Exit 111 off I-80, 3.5 miles eastModel airplane runway and Picnic Area
Archery Range     Little Firehole RoadArchery Range
Shooting Range Little Firehole RoadShooting Range  
 Trap Club               655 Gookin White Mtn. Rd.Trap shooting

For more information give us a call at 307-382-2538.

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